Friday, May 16 

• The Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road, is hosting “First Art” – a toddler art program where the focus is on the process of making art rather than the finished product – from 10 – 11 a.m. Dress to be messy. Open to ages 18 – 36 months. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• SAJE Senior Ministry is hosting chair exercise at 10:30 a.m. at Concord Trinity United Methodist Church, 5275 S. Lindbergh Blvd. Admission is free.
• SAJE Senior Ministry is hosting ZumbaGold at 11:30 a.m. at Concord Trinity United Methodist Church, 5275 S. Lindbergh Blvd. Admission is $5.
• The Affton Community Center, 9801 Mackenzie Road, is hosting open pickleball from noon – 1:30 p.m. and 1:45 – 3:15 p.m. Admission is $3 per person or free for Renew Active and SilverSneakers members. Reservations start Monday at 8 a.m. by calling 314-615-8822.
• The Weber Road Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 4444 Weber Road, is hosting “Cards and Games Club” from 2 – 3:30 p.m. Discover a new game or enjoy your favorite with others. Various card and board games will be available. Open to adults.

Saturday, May 17 

• The City of Crestwood is hosting “Hook, Line, and Sink at the Quarry – Fishing Derby” at Whitecliff Park, 9245 Whitecliff Park Lane, from 9 – 10:30 a.m. Cast your line for a chance to snag trophies for the tiniest, biggest and most fish caught. Just remember to bring your own fishing gear. There will be 2 age groups: ages 5 – 10 and ages 11 and up. Kids under 15 will need an adult to accompany them. Winners in each age group will receive prizes.
• The City of Crestwood is offering community members a secure and convenient way to dispose of sensitive documents at its Paper Shredding Event, held from 9 a.m. – noon at the Crestwood Government Center, 1 Detjen Drive. This free event is open to all Crestwood and St. Louis County residents, with a limit of five boxes per vehicle; businesses are not eligible. Wait times should be minimal.
• Make, craft and create at “Family Craft Hour: Mini Koinobori” hosted by the Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road, from 10 – 11 a.m. This month’s focus is mini koinobori (Japanese flying carp windsock). Open to children and families. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• The Affton Community Center, 9801 Mackenzie Road, is hosting open pickleball from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. and 1:15 to 3:15 p.m. Admission is $3 per person or free for Renew Active and SilverSneakers members. Reservations start Monday at 8 a.m. by calling 314-615-8822.
• Presented by Earth Mirrors Marionettes with the Puppet Guild of Greater St. Louis, the Weber Road Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 4444 Weber Road, is hosting “Rainforest Bugland Puppet Show” from 2 – 3 p.m. Thw show centers around a young girl who shrinks down and enters the rainforest in hopes that the insects can help her find a rare and endangered Royal Banyan Bush Orchid which may have disappeared due to clearing the forests. Funded by the St. Louis Regional Arts Commission. Open to ages 4 and up.

Sunday, May 18

• Gethsemane Lutheran Church, 3600 Hampton Ave., has worship recorded and streamed every Sunday from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. on Facebook and YouTube and in person. Embrace Church, 314 S. Clay Ave., worships at 6 p.m. Zoom option available.
• Embrace Church, 314 S. Clay Ave., worships at 6 p.m. Zoom option available.

Monday, May 19 

• Need assistance with energy bills, water/sewer bills, rent/mortgage payments and/or home weatherization? The Weber Road Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 4444 Weber Road, is hosting “CAASTLC Outreach at Your Library” from 9:30 a.m. – noon. County residents can meet with a representative to learn about programs and fill out applications. Visit https://www.caastlc.org for more information. Open to adults.
• The Affton Community Center, 9801 Mackenzie Road, is hosting open pickleball from noon – 1:30 p.m. and 1:45 – 3:15 p.m. Admission is $3 per person or free for Renew Active and SilverSneakers members. Reservations start Monday at 8 a.m. by calling 314-615-8822.
• The Oak Bend Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 842 S. Holmes Ave., is hosting “Tabletop Gamers: Parks” from 6 – 7:30 p.m. Meet with other game enthusiasts to play tabletop games. This month’s game is “Parks.” If you already know how to play, come for the fun! Open to adults. Registration is recommended. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• The Meramec Valley Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 1501 San Simeon Way, is hosting “Craft Lab” from 6 – 7 p.m. Enjoy a space to get creative. A variety of craft materials will be supplied. Open to ages 6 – 17. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.

Tuesday, May 20 

• The Take-Off Pounds Assembly meets from 9 – 10 a.m. at 824 Union Road.
• The Meramec Valley Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 1501 San Simeon Way, is hosting “Celebrate Hawaii” from 10 – 11 a.m. Celebrate the culture and history of Hawaii through stories and activities. Open to children and families. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• The Oak Bend Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 842 S. Holmes Ave., is hosting “Tech Talks: Exploring Artificial Intelligence and ChatGPT” from 10 – 11:30 a.m. Open to adults. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• “Senior Seminar: Stronger Joints, Healthier Life” will be held at the Sunset Hills Community Center, 3915 S. Lindbergh Blvd., from 10 – 11:30 a.m. Presented by the Senior Learning Institute, learn to effectively manage your arthritis and understand its causes. Dr. Beth Templin, DPT, will lead this free event. For more information, call 314-400-8102.
• SAJE Senior Ministry is hosting chair exercise at 10:30 a.m. at Concord Trinity United Methodist Church, 5275 S. Lindbergh Blvd. Admission is free.
• SAJE Senior Ministry is hosting ZumbaGold at 11:30 a.m. at Concord Trinity United Methodist Church, 5275 S. Lindbergh Blvd. Admission is $5.
• The Affton Community Center, 9801 Mackenzie Road, is hosting open pickleball from noon – 1:30 p.m. and 1:45 – 3:15 p.m. Admission is $3 per person or free for Renew Active and SilverSneakers members. Reservations start Monday at 8 a.m. by calling 314-615-8822.
• The Ladies of Oakland will meet at 1 p.m. at the Oakland House, 7801 Genesta Street.
• The Oak Bend Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 842 S. Holmes Ave., is hosting “Feathers & Scales” from 2 – 3 pm. Presented by World Bird Sanctuary, meet some amazing animal ambassadors to learn about the similarities and differences between reptiles and birds. Open to ages 3 – 11.
• The Mehlville Oakville Alumni Association will meet at 6:30 p.m. at 2625 Telegraph Road.
• GriefShare meets at 6:30 p.m. at Lutheran Church of Webster Gardens, 8749 Watson Road.
• The International Plastic Modelers’ Society meets at 7 p.m. at the Affton Elks Lodge, 6330 Heege Road.
• Alcoholics Anonymous meets at South Side Church of God, 12145 Tesson Ferry Road, at 7 p.m. Meetings are held weekly and free child care is provided.

Wednesday, May 21 

• Join other veterans at “Veterans Coffee Talk” hosted at American Legion Post 162, 9305 S. Broadway Street, at 9 a.m. every Wednesday. Conducted by Saint Louis Vets Connect, “Veterans Coffee Talk” was created so veterans can enjoy the brotherhood shared by all branches of service, providing a non-political atmosphere where their stories and valor can be shared. Free donuts and coffee – and occasionally breakfast – will be provided.
• The Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road, is hosting a “Baby & Me” from 9:30 – 10:30 p.m. Nurture your baby’s development and make new friends in a relaxed, supportive group for caregivers and pre-walking infants. Open to ages 0 – 12 months.
• The Weber Road Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 4444 Weber Road, is hosting “Growing Herbs in Containers” from 10 – 11 a.m. Presented by St. Louis Herb Society, learn how to plant, maintain, harvest and use herbs that are suitable for container gardening. Open to adults. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• The Rotary Club of Crestwood and Sunset Hills meets at the Sunset Hills Community Center, 3915 S. Lindbergh Blvd., at noon.
• The Affton Community Center, 9801 Mackenzie Road, is hosting open pickleball from noon – 1:30 p.m. and 1:45 – 3:15 p.m. Admission is $3 per person or free for Renew Active and SilverSneakers members. Reservations start Monday at 8 a.m. by calling 314-615-8822.
• The Kiwanis Club of South County meets from 12:30 – 1:30 p.m. at Frailey’s Southtown Grill, 4329 Butler Hill Road.
• South County Toastmasters meets at 6:30 p.m. at the Sunset Hills Community Center, 3915 S. Lindbergh Blvd.
• The Weber Road Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 4444 Weber Road, is hosting “The Art of Chopsticks” from 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Learn the history and art of using chopsticks as you taste test a variety of Chinese, Japanese and Korean snacks. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.

Thursday, May 22

• The Affton Community Center, 9801 Mackenzie Road, is hosting open pickleball from 9:30 – 11:45 a.m., noon – 1:30 p.m. and 1:45 – 3:15 p.m. Admission is $3 per person or free for Renew.
• The Cliff Cave Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 5430 Telegraph Road, is hosting “Preschool Explorers” from 10 – 11 a.m. Explore various concepts through hands-on activities. Open to ages 3 – 6. Registration is required. Visit slcl.org/events for more information.
• SAJE Senior Ministry is hosting a movie matinee featuring the film “Peace by Chocolate” – an incredible, internationally recognized true story – at St. Thomas/Holy Spirit Lutheran Church, 3980 S. Lindbergh Blvd., at 1 p.m. $2 is suggested for entry as light refreshments will be provided.
• The Grant’s View Branch of the St. Louis County Library, 9700 Musick Road, is hosting a “Author Event: Caitlin Yager Presents Small Town Missouri” from 6 – 7 p.m. Throughout the dynamic history of this nation, small towns have endured. While we’ve all seen Hollywood depictions of idyllic – and at times, quirky – small towns. “Small Town Missouri” by local author Caitlin Yager invites readers to discover 50 often overlooked communities that the Show-Me State has to offer. Caitlin Yager is a lifelong Missourian and a proud graduate of Nerinx Hall High School and Truman State University. She has been featured on podcasts, radio shows and has spoken at both state and national conferences. Open to adults.
• South County Separated, Divorced, Widowed and Remarried Catholics is hosting live music and snacks at the St. Catherine Laboure parish cafeteria, 9740 Sappington Road, at 7 p.m. Call 314-540-7400 for more information.
• Jefferson County Swing Dance Club is hosting swing and line dance lessons at Arnold VFW, 2301 Church Road, from 6 – 7 p.m. A social dance from 7 – 10 p.m. will follow. Admission is $8 and everyone is welcome. Visit https://jcsdcswingdances.wordpress.com/ for more information.